Bay of Fundy International Marathon

The race is a special experience and must do. Two countries, crossing the border twice, light houses, well organized, well stocked, great event. Wonderful fans and communities who embrace the event and you. Shorter distances available including a kids run, and an ultra as an option too, so the weekend should match nearly every runner's preference. Hills weren't as bad as anticipated but do make for a longer day. No real shade so bring extra sunscreen. Views and volunteers pull you through in the last six miles. Border Agents on both sides are fantastic. A must do!

I needed a late spring marathon in the northeast, and this one seemed to be highly enjoyed by past participants so I gave it a shot. What a find! As other commenters have said, it is one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. Lubec and Campobello Island have stunning coastal views throughout much of the race, and their beauty is only matched by the enthusiasm of their volunteers. The residents seem genuinely grateful for our being there, and they are eager to cheer you on by name. The course itself was particularly challenging for me. I thought that because I train in the Adirondack mountains that the hills wouldn't be that big of a deal, but they are steep and frequent. I'm sure there were other factors, but this added a whopping 40 minutes to my other marathon time. Even with that disappointment though, the people and location made it all worth it. I can't recommend it highly enough.

This race was amazing. The scenery in particular is rustic and spectacular--Lubec and Campobello are hidden gems. I suspect that, in time, this race will become a rather famous pursuit for runners. The hills were tough, but not as brutal as implied in other reviews (coming from someone who trained for this race on relatively flat roads). The course has an array of wonderful sights--villages, coves, marshland, lighthouses, and, of course, the border. The scenery and the camaraderie with other runners helped mitigate the effects of the hills! The most enjoyable aspect of the race was the people. The residents of Lubec and Campobello put on a well-organized race. Plus, everyone greets you with enthusiasm and hospitality. The border agents, on both sides, made the check-in process quick and efficient--and they cheered you on during the race! Truly, the locals made this event special. The runners, too, are very cordial, for it is a rather small race. Runners started introducing themselves in the local school's 'Hoosiers'-style gym, where packet pickup is. There is a very quaint picnic in New Brunswick, where bib pickup is, and more socializing there. The camaraderie continues on the school bus ride to the starting line, during the race, and at the finishing area. This was a great experience!